Software-Defined Radio EngineerAt CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you.
We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to lead the development and evolution of our software-defined radio (SDR) and space communications development kits. This role is responsible for delivering a seamless and powerful developer experience across our hardware development kits, board support packages (BSPs), firmware enablement tools, documentation, and source code distribution.You will operate at the intersection of hardware, embedded software, product design, and customer enablement, ensuring our platforms are robust, intuitive, and ready for mission-critical applications.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end developer experience for SDR and space communications development kitsDefine and maintain board support packages (BSPs) for customer firmware developmentArchitect and manage source code distribution strategy (versioning, access control, packaging, licensing)Design intuitive workflows for customer firmware bring-up, integration, and validationDevelop and maintain example projects, reference designs, and integration guidesLead documentation strategy including user guides, API references, release notes, and onboarding materialsCollaborate with hardware, FPGA, embedded, and applications engineering teams to ensure cohesive platform deliveryGather customer feedback and translate it into actionable product improvementsDrive improvements in usability, tooling, and automationEnsure reproducibility, maintainability, and quality across releasesJob Requirements and Minimum QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field5+ years of experience in embedded systems or FPGA-based platformsStrong experience with board support packages (BSPs), embedded Linux, or RTOS environmentsProficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with firmware development workflowsExperience with version control systems (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and source code release managementStrong understanding of hardware/software interfaces in FPGA or SDR systemsAbility to think from the customer's perspective and design intuitive engineering workflowsPreferred ExperienceDirect experience with SDR, RF systems, or space communications hardwareProven track record designing SDKs or developer platformsFamiliarity with Yocto, Buildroot, or similar embedded Linux build systemsExperience writing technical documentation for external customersExperience supporting external engineering teams or customersKnowledge of export control and secure code distribution practicesCesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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